Senior Signature/Data Analyst

AeroVironment, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks a Senior Signature/Data Analyst to support the MDA Targets and Countermeasures program, focusing on debris model development, trajectory analysis, and on-site mission support.

You will develop target analyses, BETs, Quick-look briefs, and launch-time estimates, contribute to test planning, and prepare technical reports for mission readiness reviews.

Qualifications

• Master's or MA plus 12+ years, or BA/BS plus 20+ years in lieu.
• Interim Secret security clearance required.
• Experience in at least two of: trajectory/kinematic simulation, EO/IR sensor exploitation, RF sensor exploitation, geodesy.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work solo or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and document target analysis products for pre- and post-mission activities.
• Contribute to development of Target Vehicle trajectories, flight scenarios, and debris scenes.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings on Flight Test Targets.
• Deploy for test missions and produce data products like BET and Quick-look Brief within 24 hours.

Skills

Trajectory/kinematic simulation

EO/IR sensor exploitation

RF sensor exploitation

Geodesy

Strong communication

Teamwork

Security clearance

Education

Master of Science or Master of Arts degree / 12+ years

BA/BS degree / 20+ years in lieu of MA/MS

Tools

MATLAB

TAOS software

STK

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Worker Type Regular Job Description

AV is looking for a highly talented Senior Signature/Data Analyst to join our team! In this role you will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Targets and Countermeasures (MDA/TCE) program in solid fuel debris model development and validation, pre and post-flight trajectory analysis, and on-site mission support.

Job Description

Support the development, integration, analysis, and documentation of target analysis products for pre-mission and post-mission activities for all MDA Flight Tests Plan test activities and provide recommendations for team assignments to support mission activities Contribute to development of Target Vehicle notional trajectories, flight scenarios, and debris scenes Deploy for test missions and develop data analysis products such as Target Best Estimated Trajectory (BET), Target Quick-look Brief, and Target Launch Time within required 24-hour (quick-look) timeframe, ensuring accuracy of data products Participate in target development and test planning activities such as Target System Readiness Reviews, Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, Target and Test Readiness Reviews, providing analysis and recommendations Prepare technical reports and/or briefings on various technical aspects of Flight Test Targets

Required

Master of Science or Master of Arts degree and 12+ years of experience. OR, a BA/BS degree from an accredited institution of higher learning and 20+ years of in lieu of the MA/MS degree requirement. Interim Secret Security clearance Experience in a minimum of 2 of the following areas: trajectory/kinematic simulation, Electro-optic / Infrared (EO/IR) sensor exploitation, Radio frequency (RF) sensor exploitation, geodesy. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well alone and with a team

Desired

B.S. in Engineering or Physics highly desired M.S. in Engineering or Physics Active Security Clearance desired. Experience working independently and/or leading sub-teams to analyze and resolve problems Skilled in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Skilled in use of Matlab, and TAOS software Familiar with STK software Experience with missiles, targets, missile defense systems or hypersonic weapons

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits. We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC. Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR About AV

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.